Sanau - Kandisaur, Tehri Garhwal
Sanau is a village situated in the Kandisaur tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 73 km from Tehri and around 73 km from New Tehri. Dharogi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanau is 043771. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.39 hectares and falls under the 249132 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Sanau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sanau
As per Census 2011, Sanau village has a total population of 156 people, consisting of 73 males and 83 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,136 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 105 literate and 51 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sanau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 156 | 73 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 57 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 16 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Sanau
Sanau is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sanau
Sanau is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Sanau is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Sanau is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sanau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanau village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sanau
Where is Sanau located?
Sanau village is located in Kandisaur Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanau?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanau is Dharogi.
What is the pincode of Sanau?
The pincode of Sanau is 249132.
What is the population of Sanau?
Sanau has a total population of 156, including 73 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Sanau?
There are 36 households in Sanau.
What is the literacy rate in Sanau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanau is 67.31%. Male literacy is 78.08% and female literacy is 57.83%.